Child Support Law
Frequently Asked Questions
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When May Maintenance And Support Be Awarded By A Court?
Depending on state law, a court may award maintenance to either spouse. Maintenance refers to money payable or property transferable by one spouse to the other after a divorce … more -
How Does A Parent Having Custody Obtain Child Support From The Other Parent?
Child support payments can be reached by agreement between the parents or by application to court and obtaining a court order. -
Can an order for maintenance or support be changed or varied?
A court may vary an order or an interim order for maintenance or support in the following situations: there has been a significant change in the condition, means, needs or other circumstances of … more
Legal Articles
- Do I Need a Lawyer to Establish or Enforce a Child Support Order?
Every state has child support agencies that are set up to help you establish and enforce a child support order. By filling out a short application and submitting a copy of your support order, if one already exists, you easily can enlist the help of your local child support office. These offices offer free child support services to people who receive public assistance, such as … more - Enforcing a Child Support Order
There are a variety of different enforcement tools that are available to you in enforcing your court order for child support. You can use these tools by hiring a private attorney to help you, filing the appropriate paperwork with the court on your own, or applying for assistance through your local child support enforcement office. All states have a child support enforcement agency … more
